About the Training

Effective • Flexible • Powerful Drum Circle Music (DCM) is a comprehensive approach to facilitating group music making that makes it easy to present enriching, dynamic and educational rhythm-based activities for groups of all kinds. Developed by Orff-Schulwerk Practitioner, Drum Circle Facilitator and Master Percussionist, Kalani, DCM makes it easy for anyone to create memorable events that enchant, excite, and inspire. DCM is an effective way to help people enjoy expressing themselves, listening with their whole body, working together towards a common goal, and sharing their creative and collective spirits through active play. DCM training is presented in multiple levels that support the student through a process of skill and knowledge development. The books, DVD, web-site and live training courses offer multiple levels of support that make learning and applying the Drum Circle Music approach both accessible and effective.	Our Mission: Kalani Music contributes to the development and use of evidence-based tools and activities as a means for expanding and deepening our capacity for feeling, knowledge, wellness and spirituality. What our participants say: “It was a terrific workshop filled with great people who share a passion for drumming and what it can do to build community. The laughter we shared will stay with me for a long time!” - Sandra Price “Kalani’s energy and authenticity were extremely engaging. He shares so much of who he is through his work.” - David Paterson “This training has opened doors for me and made being a facilitator accessible. It provides another level of experience for making music.” - Katherine Harvey “This training, the people, and all I learned has given me the skills, courage, and confidence to start planning to make this into a long term career – a true gift.” - Debbie Clarke “Kalani’s teachings allow spirit to emerge from every individual, and hold true to his integrity as a teacher. His gentle guidance allows human potential to grow in a supportive environment.” - Toni Kellar "The best aspect of this program was the clarity with which the material was presented Kalani is a terrific instructor This was a fantastic experience. I'd recommend it to anyone!" -Stefan Sion "This training was full of tools and activities that I can put to use right away." -Ed Boas
As a DCM Training Participant, you will: • develop your drumming skills and knowledge. • improve your rhythm, timing and musicality. • develop your leadership and presentation skills. • develop your movement and dance skills. • develop your understanding of social systems. • enjoy a safe and supportive environment. • learn through movement, voice, play and discussion. • have so much fun, you won't believe it. No prior musical training is required to attend. If you have specific questions or concerns, we will be happy to discuss them with you.
Certification Overview Certification is a process that is unique to each Participant. Someone who attends a DCM training, may elect to seek Certification. A person who is making a conscious effort to meet the requirements of certification is referred to as a Practitioner (DCMP). Because certification is based on performance, and not attendance, every Practitioner has the freedom and flexibility to move at his/her own pace. Once a Practitioner feels that he/she has fulfilled all the requirements for certification, he/she contacts his/her Trainer to become a Candidate. Candidates attend DCM Training Programs where their skills, knowledge and abilities are assessed by a Trainer. Candidates who meet all certification criteria receive Drum Circle Music Certification and the status, DCMF (Drum Circle Music Facilitator) DCMFs that wish to deepen their practice may elect to seek the status of Trainer (DCMT) Drum Circle Music Certification requires each students to demonstrate knowledge, skills, and competencies in several areas. Those areas fall into four main categories:   Music Movement Process Programs A Certified DCM Facilitator is someone who: • has all the skills, knowledge, strategies, and ability to create meaningful rhythm-based events using the DCM approach • can demonstrate the playing and use a variety of World Percussion instruments • is able to demonstrate a variety of movement qualities and link them to musical and community models. • is able to demonstrate knowledge and ability to use spoken word, chants, poem and songs in a group setting. • is able to facilitate a developmental group process, self-teaching and authentic learning through music and movement. • is able to design and implement variety of programs for different populations, and show how those programs produce results. • loves their work. NOTE: Status is determined by the completion of Certification Requirements How will DCM certification help me? DCM has been shown to improve one's personal drumming skills, sense of rhythm and musicality; boost personal confidence, creativity, and presentation skills; and foster a greater sense of health and well being. A DCMF is qualified to present programs for a variety of populations including children, well-elderly, men's and women's groups, at-risk teens, work-groups, organizations, community groups, spirituality groups, and those seeking health-oriented activities. DCM Certification greatly enhances other professional skill sets including; music education, music therapy, human resource development, group facilitation, community music instruction, activity direction, coaching, therapy, counseling, and more. 2008 Registration Information and Form PDF Sample Schedule PDF Learning Objectives PDF Get Connected! Join the Drum Circle Music Yahoo Group and be in touch will your fellow facilitators, levels graduates and others. It's a great way to share information and keep up on the latest DCM news. Take me there! Join Now!
	Continuing Education (CEU) Kalani Music Provides Continuing Education Units for: • Music Therapists See Learning Objective and The Sample Schedule to the left. • Music Educators Download information and forms from the RESOURCES Page There is a $40 administration fee charged for all CEUs.
	CBMT Kalani Music is approved by the Certification Board of Music Therapists (CBMT) for 36 Continuing Music Therapy Education credits. Credits awarded by CBMT are accepted by the National Board of Certified Counselors (NBCC). Kalani Music (Approved Provider # P-066) maintains responsibility for program quality and adherence to CBMT policies and criteria.